Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 20, 2026

10 Best Movies Like IRL

If you loved IRL, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
LoveJacked

LoveJacked

2017★ 3.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Action. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

College students risk it all to expose a clandestine military project to weaponize love....

#2
Shamshera

Shamshera

2022★ 5.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Set in the 1800s, the film is about a "dacoit" tribe who take charge in fight for their rights and independence against the British....

#3
Six Swedish Girls in Alps

Six Swedish Girls in Alps

1983★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Romance. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

This comedy has everyone's favorite 6 Swedish gals enjoying their stay in the alps. When the girls aren't enjoying the pleasure of their own company they're out having a good time ...

#4
Gasping for Air

Gasping for Air

2016★ 6.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

When his sister disappears after leaving their home in hopes of singing stardom, Luis tracks her down and discovers the grim reality of her whereabouts....

#5
The Return of Frank James

The Return of Frank James

1940★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Western. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Farmer Frank and his ward hunt brother Jesse's killers, the back-shooting Fords....

#6
DFK6498

DFK6498

2004★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to IRL for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Cameron Duncan wrote, directed and starred in this short film, the same year a lump in his knee turned out to be cancerous. Aged only 16, Duncan had already showcased his filmmakin...